Pros and cons for royal-enfield classic 350. Review on Royal Enfield Classic 350

Pros and Cons for Royal Enfield Classic 350

Pros -

1. Build Quality - These machines last way longer than the 100 to 200 cc bikes due to its extremely good built-quality. These can last up to 30 years easily, if maintained well.

   
   




2. Ride Quality - Heavier; these will provide unmatchable highway stability. This includes extreme windy  and wet conditions. Additionally, even at 90kms/hr; you won't feel you are lightweight and are losing traction.

   
   




3. Ride Quality - These have excellent low end torque; the ride will have unforgettable and lasting pleasant impact on the rider.

   
   




4. Good re-sale value - I purchased RE Tbird 350 in 2005 for 66000. Now I can sale it for same value. Do I need to say anything else?

   
   




5. X Factor - You will get respect on highways and even on the cities( i.e. if ridden responsibly of-course) . No other bike than bullet has a good street presence.

   
   

Cons -

1. Common problems - Some bullets are essentially based on simple mechanical principals; therefore they have not evolved much. These may( or may not) require frequent visits to mechanic for common niggles. There are some universal problems in all bullets e.g. engines oil/gear box oil leaks, common electrical problems malfunctions in turning indicators/console problems, frequent wear and tear of break shoe to name a few.( Though my personal experience of riding a bullet for 10 years has been extremely good.)

   
   




2. Ride Quality - These vibrate a lot.

   
   




3. User friendliness - Weigh a little extra; therefore it may or may not be always easy to ride on busy city streets.

   
   




4. Mileage - although when one is buying a bullet, he/she should not think about it. A good 125 cc engine will consume 1 ltr. of petrol per 60-70 km. But a best 350 cc bullet engines will go 35 to 45 kms in a litre.

   
   




5. Service issues - The bullet mechanics are all specialists, and they are very few compared to the mechanics of all other bikes. Everyone else will not touch the Bullets. Additionally, the spare parts are a tad expensive.( e.g. the break liner will cost you anything between 280 to 400; where as break liner of Honda Unicorn will cost you 160) . Bullets have definitely higher maintenance cost.